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Chapter 253: Unparalleled in All Directions [57]
Chapter 253: Unparalleled in All Directions [57]
The celebration in Konoha proceeded as planned.
Aside from the Hyuga clan's absence, the entire village participated in the festivities.
Konoha's numerous ninjas directed assertive gazes at the envoys from Kumogakure, for this contract had been won through Konoha's resounding victory. To put it bluntly, Kumogakure couldn't withstand the pressure and had surrendered to Konoha.
Feng Ye, donning the Fire Shadow's straw hat and draped in the Five-Tails Fire Shadow's sacred robe, strolled through the celebration surrounded by his shadow guards and Kurenai Yuhi's entourage.
Wherever he went—
Whether it was the Uchiha clan's gathering spot, other clan's respective areas, or the civilian ninjas—all directed looks of reverence and awe at Feng Ye.
Even more numerous were the many young girls waving and cheering, their beautiful eyes sparkling with excitement as they tried to attract Feng Ye's attention.
"How has the Raikage been lately?"
After walking halfway around the celebration under the gaze of countless people, Feng Ye arrived in front of the Kumogakure envoys. He offered a faint smile as he addressed their leader.
Despite not exuding any aura or fierce gaze, his sunny smile alone was enough to make the dozen or so Kumogakure ninjas feel pressured.
The Fifth Fire Shadow!
A man revered as the God of the Ninja World, just like the First Fire Shadow, Hashirama Senju!
"Thank you for your concern, Fire Shadow. The Raikage is in good health," the leader of the Kumogakure ninjas replied with a bow.
Feng Ye glanced at him and gently smiled. "The last time I saw him, neither of us held the title of Kage. After that battle, I heard he's always wanted a rematch, diligently training for it. It seems that opportunity won't present itself now."
The Kumogakure leader's expression stiffened, unsure how to respond to that.
Feng Ye smiled nonchalantly, as if it were just a passing remark, and continued, "I hope you all enjoy your time in Konoha."
After saying this, Feng Ye walked away towards the distance.
Watching Feng Ye's departing figure, the Kumogakure leader broke into a cold sweat. He swallowed the air and exchanged glances with the other Kumogakure ninjas before sitting down again.
From the moment they arrived in Konoha to finally meeting Feng Ye, the legendary Fifth Fire Shadow, they had felt nothing but pressure.
Nowadays in Konoha,
Every ninja wore their confidence and conviction plainly on their faces.
This wasn't the Konoha that had experienced Orochimaru's defection, the Fourth Fire Shadow's death in battle, and the subsequent meager state of having only a handful of ninjas left. Under Feng Ye's governance, Konoha had gone undefeated since the Third Great Ninja War, forcing the four major ninja villages of Iwagakure, Kirigakure, Kumogakure, and Sunagakure to surrender and negotiate.
Furthermore, in the past two years, the smaller countries and ninja villages had also been successively swept away and annexed by Konoha. Every Konoha ninja could feel a sense of—
Unparalleled strength,
With no rivals in sight!
As ninjas of such a village, their confidence and assertiveness when facing outsiders weren't feigned but rather a natural expression on their faces.
"... "
The Kumogakure envoys wore difficult expressions.
Just then, one of them noticed something unusual and approached their leader. He whispered in his ear, "Captain, it seems like Konoha's Hyuga clan isn't here. I don't see any ninjas with the Hyuga clan's distinctive Byakugan."
"Is that so?"
The Kumogakure leader was surprised, his gaze sweeping the surroundings, but indeed, he couldn't spot anyone with the telltale white eyes of the Hyuga clan.
It's possible!
Konoha is currently too prosperous. The Hyuga clan and the Uchiha clan are both incredibly powerful, and they may be facing suppression from the village.
If that's the case, there might be an opportunity to do something about it.
...
The festivities in Konoha lasted until evening.
Feng Ye had attended the celebration during the day and greeted the various clans and civilian ninjas of Konoha with a smile. However, he didn't stay for long and soon left.
The reason for his departure was simple. After the celebration officially started, the streets became lively and chaotic, and he could feel numerous intense gazes fixed on him.
If he stayed any longer...
He was concerned about his safety.
While he had the ability to turn back time and prevent anyone from taking anything from him, he was still the Fifth Hokage, and he didn't want to lose face.
Dinner was already prepared at home, but just as Feng Ye was about to pick up his chopsticks, Kurenai Yuhi walked in, wearing only a thin dress, her delicate face bearing a smile. She sat next to Feng Ye and handed him a glass of red wine.
Feng Ye tilted his head and said, "Minors are prohibited from drinking."
Kurenai also picked up a small glass of red wine and leaned slightly closer, saying, "Today, we're celebrating the end of the Third Great Ninja War and the arrival of peace... It's fine to make an exception just for today."
Feng Ye glanced at Kurenai's room with the corner of his eye.
He could see a pair of eyes gleaming with excitement through the crack of the door, undoubtedly belonging to Anko Mitarashi.
You two...
Feng Ye sighed helplessly and said, "Alright, just for today."
Kurenai revealed a faint smile, lifted the wine glass to her lips, and took a tiny sip. Then, her fingers 'accidentally' trembled, and a trickle of purple wine spilled, soaking the front of her dress.
"Oh..."
Kurenai set down her wine glass, slightly flustered.
Feng Ye's gaze shifted towards her as well.
Just then, the door to the living room opened, and Rin walked in. Seeing the situation, she paused momentarily before smiling and narrowing her eyes. "What are you two doing? Minors aren't supposed to drink."
Slap!
Anko, who was hiding in Kurenai's room, hit her forehead and fell backward—why did she have to come back at this moment?
Upon seeing Rin, Kurenai was initially startled but didn't panic. Instead, she smiled gently and said, "Today, we're celebrating peace. It's fine to make an exception."
"But it's not good for minors to drink," Rin insisted.
Smiling, Rin suggested, "Why don't you have some juice or something instead? I'll go and get it."
Kurenai tilted her head and asked, "You're back so soon? Is everything settled with the Cloud ninja envoys?"
"I asked Kakashi to help out," Rin replied with a cute smile.
Their gazes met in the air, sparks flying between them.
(End of Chapter)
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